It’s been established that the luxury auto market is still a thriving category despite the import hike, but what’s even more interesting to note is that two-door machines particularly have gained popularity with the Indian motor enthusiast.

Saloons, sedans, and sports car manufacturers are cashing in on the self-driven generation who is more than willing to dole out the bucks for a sleek mean machine.

Here’s a look at worthy contenders from some of the top brands...

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport

Easily one of the most expensive cars in the country, this sporty drive is fashioned out of titanium, carbon fibre and magnesium.

With a 16 cylinder support on its 8 litre engine, the car does 0-100km/hr in 2.7 seconds.

Price: Rs 16 crore (approx)

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Ferrari 458 Spider

The first car to combine a mid-rear engine with a retractable folding hard top, this drive provides unparalleled performance with a 4.5l V8 engine.

From 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds, the engine sound on the car is supposed to be insane (in a good way!)

Price: Rs 2.9 crore (approx)

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Audi R8 Spyder

This lightweight aluminium and carbon convertible is one of the hottest picks from the Audi stable.

Now available in India, this car has most people hooked at first sight.

And just as you’re drooling over the gorgeous sleek lines of this two-door two seater, the sound of the 6.5 litre V12 engine even at standstill is capable of making your headspin. On acceleration, the car gets you from 0-100 km/hr in just 3 seconds.

Price: Rs 4.7 crore (approx)

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Jaguar F-Type V8 S

Having only just arrived, Indians are already enthusiastic about JLR’s new two-door convertible.

Powered by a 5 litre V8 supercharged engine, the car isn’t necessarily the speediest in terms of a sports drive, doing 0-100 km/hr in 4.3 seconds.

Price: Rs 1.6 crore (approx)

Image Courtesy: Jaguar

Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Positioned as an entry level sports car targeted specifically at the younger generation, this drive has an 8 cylinder, 4.7 litre engine with amazing ground clearance (often the point of contention for sports car drivers).